Applied Health Communication: 3-6 semester hours

Catalog description

Prerequisites: Senior standing with at least 12 hours of course work in Communication, consent of instructor required; enrollment limited to health communication certificate students. This course comprise advanced practical work experience emphasizing communication skills within a health organization. Experiences may include organizational and promotional activities, mass communication, public relations, research and writing, strategic communication, or training and development, all with a health communication focus. Internships are off-campus and proposed sites must be approved by the department. Work must be done under supervision of a working professional in the field, and in consultation with a faculty member.